LA PLATA, Md. – The 99th Charles County Fair is set to start tomorrow night and continue throughout the weekend. The gates will open at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 14, 2023, and visitors are encouraged to check out some of the new rides this year.
One of the highlights of the fair will be the 87th Queen Nicotina event, which will take place on Thursday, September 14th at 7:00 PM on the main stage. Attendees can witness the crowning of the next queen of the fair.
The Charles County Sheriff’s Office will be present to direct traffic. Visitors are reminded to drive safely while attending the fair.
The Charles County Fair promises to be a fun-filled event for the whole family. Don’t miss out on the excitement!
ADMISSION
Age 11 and over: $10.00
Age 10 and under: Free
4 Day Passes: $25.00
All School Children admitted FREE on
Friday, September 15th from 9:00am to 5:00pm!
Wristbands – $30.00/each – Valid Thursday & Sunday Only
$5.00 Discount Coupon going home with Charles County Students the week of Sep. 11. 1 Coupon valid for 1 Wristband. Coupons can only be used to purchase Wristbands, not Valid for Single Ride Tickets or Main Gate Entry. Note: Additional Discount Coupons available on Charles County Fair Website and must be printed & presented at the Ticket Booth – Electronic copies WILL NOT be accepted
Friday, Sep. 15 Kids/Students Fair Day Ride Special 10:00am-5:00pm – 1 Ticket per ride for All Rides for Kids/Students only. Regular Pricing after 5:00pm
Ticket Special – Strip of 25 Single Ride Tickets for $20.00
Single Ride Tickets $1.00/each
Each Ride requires 2 to 6 Tickets per Ride
SCHEDULE
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 14
4:00 p.m. Grounds Open To Public
5:00 p.m. Buildings Open to Public
4-H Livestock Skillathon Contest
4-H Sheep Show
7:00 p.m. Coronation, Queen Nicotina 86th
9:00 p.m. Band
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 15
8:30 a.m. 4-H Livestock Show (Swine, Beef, Goats)
9:00 a.m. Buildings Open
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. School Children’s Day
Free Admission 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
10:00 a.m. Pet Show
10:00 a.m. 4-H Poultry Judging/Knowledge Contest
2:00 p.m. 4-H Horticulture Judging Contest
4-H Dog Knowledge Contest
2:00 p.m. 4-H Horsemanship Knowledge Contest
3:00 p.m. 4-H Rabbit Judging Contest
4:30 p.m. 4-H Rabbit Showmanship Contest
7:00 p.m. Horse Pull — Light Draft; Horse Pull — Heavy Draft
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 16
8:00 a.m. Adult Swine Show
9:00 a.m. Buildings Open
9:00 a.m. Baby Show
9:00 a.m. 4-H Dog Show
11:00 a.m. Adult Beef Show
1:00 p.m. 4-H Pretty Animal Contest
3:00 p.m. Children’s Pie Eating Contest
4:00 p.m. 4-H Livestock Auction
7:00 p.m. Lawnmower races
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 17
8:00 a.m. 4-H Horse Show (in Horse Show Ring)
9:00 a.m. Adult Sheep Show
10:00 a.m. Buildings Open
12:00 p.m. Adult Goat Show
1:00 p.m. Presentation of Queen and Court
1:00 p.m. Horse Pull – Mini Horse Teams: 34 inches & under, 38 inches & under
4:00 p.m. Presentation of 4-H Trophies
4:00 p.m. Charles County Fair Auction Glass Art & Wood Carvings
6:00 p.m. Exhibits & Livestock Released
7:00 p.m. Commercial Exhibit Buildings Close
Events and times subject to change!
Check out the Charles County Fair website for hours, directions, and ticket info: https://charlescountyfair.com/main-schedule/
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